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* Immunoglobulin E is an antibody that is effective against toxins. Since it can also trigger allergic reactions to specific [[allergens]] like [[pollen]], the IgE test is performed to evaluate whether the subject is allergic to these substances<ref>[http://www.allergysa.org/appen9.htm Allergy Society of South Africa.] The Skin Prick Test. Toerien A,Potter P C, Buys C</ref>. | * Immunoglobulin E is an antibody that is effective against toxins. Since it can also trigger allergic reactions to specific [[allergens]] like [[pollen]], the IgE test is performed to evaluate whether the subject is allergic to these substances<ref>[http://www.allergysa.org/appen9.htm Allergy Society of South Africa.] The Skin Prick Test. Toerien A,Potter P C, Buys C</ref>. | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
IgE-specific tests
- Immunoglobulin E is an antibody that is effective against toxins. Since it can also trigger allergic reactions to specific allergens like pollen, the IgE test is performed to evaluate whether the subject is allergic to these substances[1].
References
- ↑ Allergy Society of South Africa. The Skin Prick Test. Toerien A,Potter P C, Buys C